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by Orval_Al
Fri Oct 19, 2018 12:08 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Collective Arts
Replies: 195
Views: 115037

Re: Collective Arts

All of the above true. Basically a tweaked recipe, same entry / beer identity on Ratebeer for example. If I had to guess I'd say CA Jam has only gotten better. I haven’t had it for a while, will have to re-visit. Is it just me...or has Life in clouds changed as well. It’s definately not as hazy as ...
by Orval_Al
Mon Oct 01, 2018 3:31 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread
Replies: 856
Views: 334512

Re: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread

And it doesn't surprise me that it sits on the shelf. The layman isn't going to drop $7.50 on a 350ml stout. I bet it would move way better at $4.95.
by Orval_Al
Mon Oct 01, 2018 3:29 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread
Replies: 856
Views: 334512

Re: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread

I was one of those lucky bastards who bought a couple KBS four packs for the price of one. Ever since then I haven't been able to pay the price for just one.
by Orval_Al
Mon Sep 17, 2018 10:01 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

The new GLB Toronto Island Strawberry and Mango Norwegian Farmhouse Ale is soooooooooooooo good. Totally worth $10 for the 650ml bottle imo. I may have to load up.
by Orval_Al
Sat Aug 18, 2018 2:54 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: LCBO Autumn, Halloween and Ontario Craft Beers 2018 Release
Replies: 67
Views: 51026

Re: LCBO Autumn 2018 Release

Ironically enough, I just brought a Rosetta back from the USA. Was kinda disappointing. Almost zero tartness to speak of, especially for a Kriek. Almost wondered if something was something wrong with it. The cherry and funk flavours were nice though. Looking forward to this Cuvee Soeur'ise I just fo...
by Orval_Al
Fri Jul 27, 2018 9:57 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Wow...drinking a Yummy from Beyond The Pale. Not cheap at $4.00 a can, but a good Jutsu clone.

There are going to be too many of these in my fridge soon.
by Orval_Al
Sat Jul 21, 2018 10:24 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Coming Soon to the LCBO
Replies: 3108
Views: 1208710

Re: Coming Soon to the LCBO

Yeah I have no interest in paying fifteen bucks or over for a bottle of beer. Would rather buy a bottle of wine.
by Orval_Al
Fri Jul 13, 2018 8:31 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Just drank an Armed 'N Citra. Canned July 5th. Fucking delicious.

Also bought a can of Kapow. Have yet to consume, but it was canned in mid June. Not bad.
by Orval_Al
Tue Jul 10, 2018 12:22 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Godspeed Brewery
Replies: 152
Views: 119125

Re: Godspeed Brewery

I wish I could share the general enthusiasm about this place, but I went last night with a friend and it really felt like a mess to me. I was there maybe a year ago, and I was impressed by a couple of the pale ales/summer ales I picked up from the can shop. They've since rebranded all their beer wit...
by Orval_Al
Thu Jun 14, 2018 8:00 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Coming Soon to the LCBO
Replies: 3108
Views: 1208710

Re: Coming Soon to the LCBO

portwood wrote:
spinrsx wrote:coming to the lcbo:

#576892 - Beyond The Pale Brewing Co. - Yummy! IPA
hopefully to wider distribution than just Ottawa area stores...
Hopefully it won't be $4.50 or something.
by Orval_Al
Tue Jun 05, 2018 11:53 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Lukie wrote:GLB's Meanwhile..Down In Moxee is drinking pretty darn juicy. Get it while it's still fresh. It's also well priced at $2.74 per can.
Bought a four pack and fell in love. I think it's better than Octopus Wants To Fight.
by Orval_Al
Fri Jun 01, 2018 6:24 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Does anyone know when the hell the Collective Arts Liquid Arts Fest IPA is finally hitting shelves? Apparently there was a delay, then CA said on social media it would be out this week. It's still not in the system though. Need this beer! Bought one from the brew shop when I was back home. It's so ...
by Orval_Al
Fri Jun 01, 2018 4:20 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Does anyone know when the hell the Collective Arts Liquid Arts Fest IPA is finally hitting shelves? Apparently there was a delay, then CA said on social media it would be out this week. It's still not in the system though. Need this beer! Bought one from the brew shop when I was back home. It's so g...
by Orval_Al
Tue May 29, 2018 8:03 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1848210

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Beau's IPA is now available in 473ml cans. I enjoyed it in bottles, but at $5.25 for 600mL that works out to the equivalent of $4.14 for a 473 mL can. The actual 473mL can is sadly still $3.95 so still on the higher end of the price range. http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo/product/beau-s-full-time-ipa/57536...
by Orval_Al
Tue Mar 20, 2018 10:02 am
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Lake of Bays - Broken Axe American Pale Ale
Replies: 5
Views: 3997

Re: Lake of Bays - Broken Axe American Pale Ale

Is it as bad as every other Lake of Bays beer?